Studio





The evolution of the former UOOU studio – was established in 2024 to reflect the constant surprises and evolution within our creative context.

Just as u̯àu is the Italian pronunciation of wow, we felt this was the most fitting expression to introduce our studio. It mirrors the reaction we hope to evoke when someone steps into our studio for the first time: a surprising blend of cultures, project types, and clients, all contributing to a dynamic working environment.

Based in Como, Italy, our studio is a creative exchange hub where Japanese sweets meet wise Indian proverbs, Italian inventiveness is sharpened by Lithuanian precision, and every interaction adds to our collective creativity and growth. This various mix is embodied in uau’s work, where architecture and experience design merge to create environments that foster meaningful connections—between people and spaces, the stories behind them, and the experiences they inspire.
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uncommon

u̯àu is the Italian pronunciation of wow, inspired by the strong sense of surprise and wide-eyed wonder often found in comic book onomatopoeias. This energy drives our desire to create emotional spaces not just as simple containers, but as places that invite people to interact and evolve with them. That’s why time plays a crucial role in our design process, which goes beyond merely constructing walls and roofs; we tell stories, forge connections, and create environments that inspire.
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Architectural

We craft techno-logic architecture. Our approach blends the organic principles found in natural ecosystems with modern architectural practices, resulting in cutting-edge spaces that not only push the boundaries of design but also prioritize sustainability and environmental consciousness.
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Unit

Our belief is in shifting from a ego-centric to an eco-centric approach. Traditionally, buildings have been designed around human needs. We now incorporate new variables into our methods: ecosystems, communities, climate, energy, material life-cycles, and, of course, people. Our projects are conceived not just as individual units, but as integral parts of a complex natural system.

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People
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People
People
People
(
founder | architecture | design
)
Gianluca Santosuosso

Gianluca studied building engineering at the Polytechnic University of Turin, and did a Master in Self-Sufficient Building at the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia. With a strong focus on eco-architecture and experiential design, both in physical and hybrid environments (VR, AR and, more recently in the Metaverse). He has worked for a variety of international design firms including: ecoLogicStudio and Freeman in London,  Carlo Ratti Associati in Turin, MDLab in Munich. Gianluca is currently based in Como (Italy).

(
architecture
)
Gaia Cambri

Gaia studied architecture at the Accademia di Mendrisio in Switzerland, USI. She specialises in residential project. Gaia has worked in many international firms such as Studio Fuksas in Paris, Eric Chavoix in Mauritius, Progetto CMR in Beijing and Klotz Asociados in Santiago de Chile. Gaia is currently based in Milan.

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(
communication | ​​​​​​​marketing
)
Sara Giovinazzo

Sara studied foreign languages for Management and international cooperation at the University of Turin. She is a young, motivated communication specialist with a strong proneness to challenges, which led her to be part of a UN language project overseas.

(Past collaborators)
Jahid Anshori
(
architecture intern
)
Shiryu Kawamura
(
architecture intern
)
Agne Vasiliauskaite
(
interior design
)
Chrysa Sarlani
(
visual identity
)
Davide Frati
(
mep specialist
)
Lucero Barrientos
(
retail design
)
Natalia Ledzianowska
(
communication | ​​​​​​​marketing
)
Yuva Srikanth Vijayakumar
(
BIM specialist | architecture
)
(Statistics)
(Projects)
50+
We’ve brought over 50 projects to life, from homes and retail spaces to expo pavilions and schools. Each one is a building block in our growing creative vision.
(Clients)
80+
Grateful to have worked with over 100 clients worldwide, turning shared visions into lasting design partnerships..
(Commitment)
110%
Our commitment exceeds limits—110% dedicated to creating responsible architecture that goes beyond boundaries.
(Passion)
100%
Every project is driven by 100% passion, bringing authentic emotion and purpose to our work.
(Awards)
(
2024
)
Carlsberg Architectural Price
"To recognise excellence in lasting architectural design"
(
2023
)
ArchDaily
Building of the Year Award
(
2021
)
GASA
Global Award for Sustainable Architecture
(Clients)